The physician entrepreneur—who has more than 180K YouTube subscribers—talks about six key learnings from monitoring his blood glucose. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/kevin-jubbal-md-uses-cgm-to-optimize-health-while-living-with-crohns-disease Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 23, 2022•7 min•Ep. 170
Over nine years, people with markers of insulin resistance were almost twice as likely to develop depression than those without. Author: Frances Gatta Expert Reviewer: Matthew Laye, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/study-finds-insulin-resistance-may-predict-depression Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 21, 2022•8 min•Ep. 169
Take advantage of Trader Joe’s low prices to stock your cabinet with healthy snacks and ingredients that won’t spike your blood sugar. Author: Jill Waldbieser Expert Reviewer: Cate Ward, PhD, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/10-trader-joes-products-that-support-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 21, 2022•11 min•Ep. 168
If you’re not into sardines yet, time to give them another look. The small fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other micronutrients vital to health. Author: Samantha Heller, MS, RD Expert Reviewer: Brigid Titgemeier, MS, RDN, LD, IFNCP Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/health-benefits-of-sardines Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep166 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Insta...
Jan 17, 2022•13 min•Ep. 166
Your children will love these easy, delicious meals, and you’ll appreciate how they provide steady energy and balanced nutrition. Author: Matthew Kadey, RD Expert Reviewer: Kelly LeVeque Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/healthier-kids-lunches Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 17, 2022•10 min•Ep. 167
The tech and digital media entrepreneur has used one day of fasting per week for an entire year—and is now crushing his workouts, too. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/alex-magnin-change-fasting-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 14, 2022•5 min•Ep. 169
The wellness expert talks all about the relationship between low testosterone and metabolic and heart health. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/lifestyle-medicine-expert-shefaly-ravula-pa-c-wants-men-to-go-to-the-doctor-every-year Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 14, 2022•12 min•Ep. 164
When The Lanby opened in 2021, membership filled quickly. Concierge medicine is growing, but the next question is: How can it scale up? Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-the-lanby-believes-the-future-of-healthcare-is-patient-centric-and-personalized Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 07, 2022•6 min•Ep. 163
Potentially traumatic childhood experiences—and stressful events in adulthood—can alter our physiology and make us more susceptible to dysfunction. Author: Jennifer Chesak Expert Reviewer: Dr. Molly Maloof Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/can-trauma-affect-our-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Jan 07, 2022•19 min•Ep. 160
Micronutrients are essential for our cellular machinery to run smoothly, but metabolic dysfunction can impair our ability to make and use key micronutrients. Author: Rachel Soper Sanders Author: Dr. Daniel Wallerstorfer, PhD Expert Reviewer: Dr. Richard Harris, M.D., PharmD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/4-ways-poor-metabolic-health-impacts-your-micronutrient-status Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshea...
Jan 03, 2022•12 min•Ep. 161
The former personal trainer takes on experiments that put his metabolism to the test. He shares his journey to becoming the Metabolism Mentor. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/youtuber-and-dad-of-four-austin-mcguffie-is-bringing-metabolic-health-to-the-masses Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep159 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 30, 2021•7 min•Ep. 159
Typical sweets don’t offer much nutritionally, but these recipes use nutrient-dense ingredients to boost health and help keep blood glucose stable. Author: Brittany Risher Expert Reviewer: Stephanie Greunke, RD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/10-desserts-less-likely-to-spike-blood-sugar Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twit...
Dec 30, 2021•8 min•Ep. 160
A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) can help you track your blood sugar in real-time. So how does a CGM work, and who should use it? Author: The Levels Team Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-a-continuous-glucose-monitor Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 27, 2021•9 min•Ep. 158
Take advantage of the popular chain’s best ingredients and ease of customization for a carry-out meal that supports healthy glucose. Author: Greg Presto Reviewer: Kelly LeVeque Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-to-order-a-blood-sugar-friendly-meal-at-chipotle Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 27, 2021•10 min•Ep. 157
All of Dr. Casey's tips and strategies for staying healthy, eating well and exercising during the holidays Author: Casey Means, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/healthy-holiday-habits-nutrition Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 24, 2021•7 min•Ep. 161
Good sleep is an underpinning of metabolic wellness. Clinical psychologist Jenna Gress-Smith, PhD, explains some misconceptions about sleep. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-connection-between-sleep-and-health-explained-by-a-sleep-expert Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 24, 2021•10 min•Ep. 156
Researchers uncover the molecular connection between MSG and obesity in mice, but whether the findings extend to humans is still unclear. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/new-study-asks-whether-umami-flavor-causes-metabolic-dysfunction Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 24, 2021•13 min•Ep. 155
The mind/body coach looks like the picture of health, but a CGM helped her find the foods behind her lagging energy levels, mood, and brain fog. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/celebrity-holistic-nutritionist-mona-sharma-wants-everyone-to-connect-with-how-food-makes-them-feel Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 10, 2021•8 min•Ep. 154
Glucose is only one piece of the metabolic health puzzle, but it’s an important one. Here’s why we believe in glucose monitoring for more people. Author: Ceri Perkins Reviewier: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/8-reasons-glucose-is-worth-measuring Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Dec 10, 2021•23 min•Ep. 153
Levels Operations Specialist Jesse Lavine on why he believes that improving metabolic health for the broader population will benefit the Type 1 community. Author: Jesse Lavine Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/im-a-type-1-diabetes-educator-heres-why-i-think-working-at-levels-is-the-best-way-i-can-impact-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram a...
Nov 29, 2021•10 min•Ep. 152
Glucose is an easy-to-measure marker of metabolic health, but stable blood sugar alone doesn’t make you healthy. Here's why we have to get beyond glucose. Author: Ceri Perkins Reviewer: Dr. Ami Kapadia Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-glucose-isnt-enough-for-good-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep150 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 26, 2021•28 min•Ep. 150
Kyla Ehrenreich educates a broad range of patients on metabolic health. Here, she shares the lessons she’s learned. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/how-this-physician-assistant-improves-metabolic-health-in-underserved-patients Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 26, 2021•6 min•Ep. 151
Understanding postprandial blood sugar isn’t just important for those with diabetes or prediabetes. Being mindful of this number can help keep you healthy. Author: Michael Roussell Author: Thu Huynh, PhD Medical Reviewer: Rich Joseph, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/what-is-postprandial-blood-sugar-and-why-does-it-matter Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instag...
Nov 22, 2021•19 min•Ep. 149
A combination of physical, psychological, and societal factors make us eat more sugar today than ever. Learn 5 ways to break the cycle of sugar cravings. Author: Barbara Brody Reviewer: Austin Perlmutter, MD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/the-science-on-sugar-cravings-and-how-to-beat-them Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep147 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 20, 2021•10 min•Ep. 147
The physician-entrepreneur envisions a future where biofeedback tools get people back in touch with their bodies, inspiring new habits and optimizing healthspan. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/dr-molly-maloofs-7-tips-for-using-cgm-to-improve-your-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 20, 2021•11 min
A landmark paper proves that obesity is not just energy in and out; the type of food matters. And while one study shows we’re eating more processed food, another reveals what can be gained if we clean up our act. Author: Mike Haney Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/new-research-highlights-the-damage-caused-by-processed-food Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep145 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Le...
Nov 09, 2021•11 min•Ep. 145
Fiber plays key roles in gut health and blood sugar. Here’s what fiber does for your body and why experts say you should be eating more of it. Author: Kaitlin Sullivan Reviewer: Dr. Molly Maloof Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-fiber-is-essential-to-metabolic-health Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 09, 2021•19 min•Ep. 146
Mary Jo monitors her blood sugar as one of her lifestyle habits that decrease her risk of developing diseases that run in her family. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/why-mary-jo-ashby-includes-cgm-in-her-cancer-prevention-plan Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights?utm_campaign=ep143 Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 07, 2021•6 min•Ep. 143
A metabolic scientist explains why nutrition research can seem contradictory and hard to interpret. Here are 10 things to note when reading nutrition science. Author: Matthew Laye, PhD Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/a-simple-guide-to-reading-and-understanding-nutrition-studies Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 07, 2021•12 min•Ep. 144
Metabolic health is linked to some life-altering symptoms during menopause. Here, the founder of Evernow shares what women can do about it. Author: Jessica Migala Link to article: https://www.levelshealth.com/blog/alicia-jackson-wants-women-to-know-that-metabolic-health-matters-during-menopause Become a Levels Member – https://levels.link/insights Learn about Metabolic Health – levelshealth.com/blog Follow Levels on Social – @Levels on Instagram and Twitter...
Nov 01, 2021•11 min•Ep. 142
